On January 4th, Independence Day of the Union of Myanmar is celebrated across the country. Countless parades and fairs mark this important day and everyone joins in the festivities. The Myanmar Traditional Equestrian Festival or Myin-Khin-Thabin is national festival, which is held annually in Yangon. In ancient times, this festival provided the Myanmar Kings with the opportunity to demonstrate their military might, but today its main purpose is for the perpetuation of Myanmar patriotism. It is a fantastic occasion and tourists are warmly welcomed to participate in the many celebrations.
Kachin Manao Festival - Myitkyina, Kachin State
This colourful festival is traditionally celebrated by Kachin tribesmen, on the 10th of January annually. Literally, the Sacrificial rite to Kachin traditional home gods concerned, feasts to everyone who joins the occasion, sipping Khaung Yay-traditional intoxicating brew and the group dances in their ethnic costume on the sacrificial ground all night long. Other festival activities like food stalls, meals and entertainments can be seen on the celebration. It is traditionally celebrated by Kachin tribesmen, on 28th December to 2nd January annually. Literally, the sacrificial Rite to Kachin traditional home gods, featuring paying homage and offering sacrifices to traditional home gods concerned feasts to everyone who joins the occasion, etc.
Ananda Temple Festival (Bagan)
Bowls of alms filled with crops are offered to monks who all wait in a long line. Pilgrimage and holiday outings on country can be seen.
Naga New Year Festival (Khamti)
Gayals are slaughtered in sacrifice followed by singing, dancing and drinking of alcoholic beverages whole night by a huge bonfire.
| January 4 |
Independence Day |
| January 6 |
Kayin New Year |
| January 13 to Feb 4 |
Ananda Festival |
| January 15 |
Kaya State Day |
| January 18 to 20 |
Nat-taw Festival |
| January 19 |
Stumadu Ceremony |
